[Free Tool] Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi won’t respond to my new key - PIN code?

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Alphamax
Member since June 2023 • 27 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1328 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Xrayvision
Member • 139 posts

My Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 93 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi. Need the code badly.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 22 posts

Will this work if the Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi has an aftermarket alarm?

February 11, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 75 posts

Will this work for older Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fis? Mine's a 2009.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 53 posts

Desperate to get my Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi running again. Trying this tonight.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 142 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kawasaki VN 1500 Classic Fi.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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